The Top Five Films and TV Shows to Watch this Week (9th - 13th December 2024)

Sunday, 8 December 2024 00:00

By Josephine Tamburello @StartWithThis

From interesting documentaries to festive features that will grip the whole family, prepare to get stuck into your screens with my top five picks this week…

Ultimate Christmas Gift Guide With Josie Gibson, 8pm, Channel Four, Monday 9th December: Stuck with what to buy this Christmas? Josie Gibson is helping us by breaking down the must haves on the market right now. You will have your presents sorted in no time at all.

Dream Productions, 8am, Disney Plus UK, Wednesday 11th December: Fresh from the creators of Inside Out, this spin off series goes behind how main character Riley’s dreams are made. With many famous faces voicing the characters, the whole family can enjoy this four episode long series.

Swiped: The School That Banned Smartphones, 8pm, Channel Four, Wednesday 11th and Thursday 12th December: Ever wondered what damage are smartphones are doing? This two part documentary sees if a difference can be made to a punch of pupils who give up their phones. Emma and Matt Willis host a very interesting discussion with this one.

Elton John: Never Too Late, 8am, Disney Plus UK, Friday 13th December: He is a true musical legend, who has made hit after hit. However, Elton John’s rise to the top hasn’t always been easy. Looking back over the last 50 years, this incredible documentary gives an inside look into the highs and the lows of his career and personal life.

Carry-On, 8am, Netflix UK, Friday 13th December: Fans of Die Hard will love this new Christmas drama feature! Taron Egerton stars as a security guard forced to try and save a plane from disaster after a piece of luggage makes it onto the aircraft that could be fatal. Get ready to sit on the edge of your seat with this one.

Let us know what you have been watching and what you are most looking forward to catching over the course of the week, via our social media pages or in the comments below, as we would love to know!

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